Open Source Courses and Certifications

Microcredential

Building with Code: Programming Fundamentals and Open Source

65 ratings at Coursera

Master programming fundamentals and open source development through hands-on projects, building web applications with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Python while exploring frameworks and tools.

• Coursera
• 16 weeks, 10 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Paid Course
• 3 courses

Arduino Course for Beginners - Open-Source Electronics Platform

77 reviews

Comprehensive introduction to Arduino, covering electronics basics, hardware, programming concepts, and practical applications. Ideal for beginners seeking hands-on experience with open-source electronics.

• freeCodeCamp
• 4-5 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Introduction to Open Source

234 ratings at Codecademy

Learn to contribute, create, and maintain open source projects. Explore project structures, documentation, licenses, and GitHub collaboration. Gain skills to participate in the global open source community.

• Codecademy
• 3 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Open Source Contributions and Developer Roadmaps - Interview with Kamran Ahmed

Explore open source contributions, career progression, and developer resources with Roadmap.sh founder Kamran Ahmed. Gain insights on project creation, skill expansion, and navigating the tech industry.

• freeCodeCamp
• 1 hour 51 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Contributing to Open Source - A Beginner's Guide to Making Your First Pull Request

Master the fundamentals of open-source contribution through practical guidance on selecting projects, understanding codebases, making effective commits, and collaborating with project communities.

• freeCodeCamp
• 2 hours 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

How to Contribute to Open Source

Learn to contribute to open source projects, from idea conception to pull request merging, using Laravel Prompts as an example. Gain practical skills for future contributions.

• Laracasts
• 1 hour 49 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Awesome Open Source

Homepage - An Open Source, Self-Hosted Informational Dashboard and Bookmarks Organizer

Learn to install and configure Homepage, an open-source, self-hosted dashboard for organizing bookmarks and information. Explore setup, testing, and customization of this versatile tool for personal or professional use.

• YouTube
• 26 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Awesome Open Source

Update on Using RPort - The Awesome Open Source Remote Machine Management System

Comprehensive guide on installing and configuring RPort, an open-source remote machine management system. Covers setup, DNS configuration, VM creation, user management, and web UI navigation.

• YouTube
• 38 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Awesome Open Source

Homebox - Open Source, Self Hosted Inventory and Asset Management for Your Home or Small Business

Learn to install and configure Homebox, an open-source inventory management system for homes and small businesses. Explore its features, user interface, and setup process.

• YouTube
• 29 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Awesome Open Source

Veloren - Open Source, Self Hosted, Endless World Adventure Game Like Roblox and Minecraft

Explore an open-source, self-hosted adventure game with endless worlds. Learn to install the server, download the client, create characters, and experience gameplay in this community-driven project.

• YouTube
• 31 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Awesome Open Source

RPort - An Open Source, Self Hosted Remote Machine Management System Running on Linux

Learn to install, configure, and use RPort for remote machine management on Linux, including server setup, client connections, and remote desktop access.

• YouTube
• 33 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

a16z

How to Build an Open Source Business - From Community to Commercialization

Explore strategies for building a successful open source business, from community engagement to enterprise sales, with insights on licensing, product management, and revenue models.

• YouTube
• 25 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Meta

Modernizing Computer Science Education with Open Source

Explore innovative approaches to CS education, blending open source principles with formal academia to enhance student learning and collaboration in real-world projects.

• YouTube
• 41 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Rust

Open as in Welcoming - Facilitating Contributions in Open Source

Explore techniques for creating welcoming open-source projects, fostering growth and opportunities for programmers. Learn effective mentorship approaches and understand the benefits of inclusive open-source communities.

• YouTube
• 26 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

JetBrains

How I Started Contributing to Open Source and Why You Should Too

Discover the benefits of open-source contributions: learn new skills, join a community, and give back. Explore various ways to contribute, from code to documentation, and find the right project for you.

• YouTube
• 49 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video